Le Bougainville

12-night The Seychelles and Aldabra Atoll Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	Aride Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Praslin, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Curieuse, Seychelles	—	—
Day 4	Poivre Islands, Seychelles	—	—
Day 5	Alphonse Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 6	At Sea	—	—
Day 7	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 8	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 9	Astove, Seychelles	—	—
Day 10	At Sea	—	—
Day 11	Desroches Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 12	La Digue, Seychelles	—	—
Day 12	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 13	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track DEC 14 2019	Not Available	Call for Pricing	Not Available	Call for Pricing

8-night The Essential Seychelles Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Sainte Anne Marine National Park, Seychelles Lying off the coast of Mahé, the Sainte Anne Marine National Park has been protecting the natural riches and exceptional sea beds of the verdant islands and turquoise lagoons of Sainte-Anne, Longue, Ronde, Moyenne, and Cerf since 1973. These dream islands with their white sandy beaches edged with granite rock, crystal-clear waters, and coconut trees promise unforgettable moments of relaxation and discovery. These colourful reefs and granite rocks and their large swathes of seagrass are home to a multitude of tropical fish as well as sea turtles, dolphins, and several species of ray, including the manta ray.	—	—
Day 3	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 4	Curieuse, Seychelles Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.	—	—
Day 5	Aride Island, Seychelles Aride is an island in Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called "bird capital", it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more), and reptiles, such as Wright's skinks, which can be found in the island's wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island's beaches, and boxfish can be admired while scuba diving in the surrounding waters.	—	—
Day 6	Big Sister Island, Seychelles Located 6 km north of La Digue, Grande Soeur Island is renowned for its two sumptuous beaches and its translucent waters, protected by a coral reef. An ideal spot for snorkelling and observing the sea turtles that co-exist here with the many multi-coloured fish. The pristine Grande Soeur Island is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in Seychelles.	—	—
Day 7	Praslin, Seychelles Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second-largest island in Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of the stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called "coco fesse" because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.	—	—
Day 8	La Digue, Seychelles La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of Seychelles. Located 6 km south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km). Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d'Argent: the perfect picture postcard... Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.	—	—
Day 9	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	05:30 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track DEC 26 2019	Not Available	Call for Pricing	Not Available	Call for Pricing

8-night The Essential Seychelles Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	At Sea	—	—
Day 2	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Sainte Anne Marine National Park, Seychelles Lying off the coast of Mahé, the Sainte Anne Marine National Park has been protecting the natural riches and exceptional sea beds of the verdant islands and turquoise lagoons of Sainte-Anne, Longue, Ronde, Moyenne, and Cerf since 1973. These dream islands with their white sandy beaches edged with granite rock, crystal-clear waters, and coconut trees promise unforgettable moments of relaxation and discovery. These colourful reefs and granite rocks and their large swathes of seagrass are home to a multitude of tropical fish as well as sea turtles, dolphins, and several species of ray, including the manta ray.	—	—
Day 3	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles In the heart of Seychelles' Outer Islands, the coral islands located more than 200 km south of Mahé, the Saint Joseph Atoll is a magnificent ring of coral islets surrounding a splendid lagoon sparkling in turquoise and emerald green. Since 2014, it has been an integral part of the "D'Arros and St. Joseph Atoll Special Reserve", a national park and protected marine area that preserves the unique biodiversity of these sites. This veritable nursery for hawksbill sea turtles, juvenile reef fish, including several species of ray and shark (blacktip reef shark, sicklefin lemon shark) attracts big fish that swim up from the drop-off of the Amirantes plateau, located only two kilometres from the atoll.	—	—
Day 4	Curieuse, Seychelles Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.	—	—
Day 5	Aride Island, Seychelles Aride is an island in the Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called "bird capital", it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more) and reptiles, such as Wright's skinks, which can be found in the island's wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island's beaches.	—	—
Day 6	Big Sister Island, Seychelles Located 6 km north of La Digue, Grande Soeur Island is renowned for its two sumptuous beaches and its translucent waters, protected by a coral reef. An ideal spot for snorkelling and observing the sea turtles that co-exist here with the many multi-coloured fish. The pristine Grande Soeur Island is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in Seychelles.	—	—
Day 7	Praslin, Seychelles Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second-largest island in Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of the stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called "coco fesse" because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.	—	—
Day 8	La Digue, Seychelles La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of the Seychelles. Located 6 kilometres south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in the Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km)! Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d'Argent: the perfect picture postcard... Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.	—	—
Day 9	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track JAN 3 2020	Not Available	$5,230 $654/Night	Not Available	$10,720 $1,340/Night

8-night The Essential Seychelles Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	At Sea	—	—
Day 2	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Sainte Anne Marine National Park, Seychelles Lying off the coast of Mahé, the Sainte Anne Marine National Park has been protecting the natural riches and exceptional sea beds of the verdant islands and turquoise lagoons of Sainte-Anne, Longue, Ronde, Moyenne, and Cerf since 1973. These dream islands with their white sandy beaches edged with granite rock, crystal-clear waters, and coconut trees promise unforgettable moments of relaxation and discovery. These colourful reefs and granite rocks and their large swathes of seagrass are home to a multitude of tropical fish as well as sea turtles, dolphins, and several species of ray, including the manta ray.	—	—
Day 3	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles In the heart of Seychelles' Outer Islands, the coral islands located more than 200 km south of Mahé, the Saint Joseph Atoll is a magnificent ring of coral islets surrounding a splendid lagoon sparkling in turquoise and emerald green. Since 2014, it has been an integral part of the "D'Arros and St. Joseph Atoll Special Reserve", a national park and protected marine area that preserves the unique biodiversity of these sites. This veritable nursery for hawksbill sea turtles, juvenile reef fish, including several species of ray and shark (blacktip reef shark, sicklefin lemon shark) attracts big fish that swim up from the drop-off of the Amirantes plateau, located only two kilometres from the atoll.	—	—
Day 4	Curieuse, Seychelles Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.	—	—
Day 5	Aride Island, Seychelles Aride is an island in the Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called "bird capital", it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more) and reptiles, such as Wright's skinks, which can be found in the island's wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island's beaches.	—	—
Day 6	Big Sister Island, Seychelles Located 6 km north of La Digue, Grande Soeur Island is renowned for its two sumptuous beaches and its translucent waters, protected by a coral reef. An ideal spot for snorkelling and observing the sea turtles that co-exist here with the many multi-coloured fish. The pristine Grande Soeur Island is considered to be one of the most beautiful islands in Seychelles.	—	—
Day 7	Praslin, Seychelles Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second-largest island in Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of the stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called "coco fesse" because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.	—	—
Day 8	La Digue, Seychelles La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of the Seychelles. Located 6 kilometres south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in the Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km)! Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d'Argent: the perfect picture postcard... Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.	—	—
Day 9	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track JAN 11 2020	Not Available	$5,230 $654/Night	Not Available	$7,950 $994/Night

8-night The Essential Seychelles Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	—
Day 2	Sainte Anne Marine National Park, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 4	Curieuse, Seychelles	—	—
Day 5	Aride Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 6	Big Sister Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 7	Praslin, Seychelles	—	—
Day 8	La Digue, Seychelles	—	—
Day 9	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track JAN 19 2020	Not Available	$5,480 $685/Night	Not Available	$11,800 $1,475/Night
Untrack Track JAN 27 2020	Not Available	Call for Pricing	Not Available	$16,840 $2,105/Night

12-night Zanzibar and the Treasures of the Indian Ocean Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	La Digue, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Alphonse Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 4	Astove, Seychelles	—	—
Day 5	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 6	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 7	Îles Glorieuses, France	—	—
Day 8	Mamoudzou, Mayotte, France	—	—
Day 9	At Sea	—	—
Day 10	Kilwa Kisiwani, Tanzania	—	—
Day 10	Rukyira, Tanzania	—	—
Day 11	Pemba, Tanzania	—	—
Day 12	Pemba, Tanzania	—	—
Day 12	Mesali, Tanzania	—	—
Day 13	Zanzibar, Tanzania	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track FEB 4 2020	Not Available	Call for Pricing	Not Available	Call for Pricing

12-night The Seychelles and Aldabra Atoll Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	Curieuse, Seychelles Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.	—	—
Day 3	Praslin, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Aride Island, Seychelles Aride is an island in Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called "bird capital", it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more), and reptiles, such as Wright's skinks, which can be found in the island's wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island's beaches, and boxfish can be admired while scuba diving in the surrounding waters.	—	—
Day 4	Poivre Islands, Seychelles At some 200 km south-west of Mahé, discover Poivre Atoll, a small paradise that is part of the Amirantes archipelago in the Outer Islands of Seychelles. Consisting of two coral islands, Poivre Island and Île du Sud, separated by a small lagoon, it owes its name to Pierre Poivre, the Mauritius intendant who introduced spices to Seychelles in the late 18th century. Once used for coconut plantations, Poivre Atoll is now focused on tourism. Visitors come here for scuba diving or big-game fishing in waters that are particularly rich and clean, where the marine life includes sea turtles.	—	—
Day 5	Alphonse Island, Seychelles Alphonse Island is located off the Seychelles archipelago. Discovered in 1730 by Alphonse de Pontevez, this island, specialised in coconut processing in the past, is now a veritable natural reserve, home to different species of marine mammals, sea turtles, and many birds. Alphonse Island is also renowned for its rich underwater life and coral, among the best preserved in the Indian Ocean. A marvellous spectacle that can be admired with just a mask!	—	—
Day 6	At Sea During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the Ponant photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.	—	—
Day 7	Aldabra Island, Seychelles Located in the very heart of this faraway archipelago, the Aldabra Atoll is considered to be one of the last virtually untouched sanctuaries on earth, where a large population of sea turtles has found refuge. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this vast tract of land is formed by four small coral reef islands separated by narrow passes and containing an emerald-water lagoon lined with mangrove and fine-sand beaches. As your ship slowly nears the clear, reflective waters along its shoreline, do not miss your chance to discover this natural wonder, which is considered to be the largest atoll in the world and once fired the imagination of many an explorer.	—	—
Day 8	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 9	Astove, Seychelles Closer to Madagascar than to Victoria, Astove is the southernmost island in Seychelles. It is part of the Aldabra group in the Outer Islands. Now uninhabited, this coral island covered in coconut trees was once home to the employees that worked on the coconut plantations. Renowned for the richness of its seabeds, Astove Atoll is now a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. It also attracts experienced divers, who visit the atoll to explore the "Astove Wall", where the sea floor drops to a depth of about 40 metres. The wall is covered in coral and many fish and green sea turtles can be found there.	—	—
Day 10	At Sea During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the Ponant photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.	—	—
Day 11	Desroches Island, Seychelles Coconut trees, she-oak, white-sand beaches, warm and clear waters: everything here is conducive to daydreaming and relaxation in an intimate setting where the blue sky completes the picture postcard. You are on Desroches Island, the largest in the Amirantes group in the Outer Islands of Seychelles. This 6-km long coral atoll covered in lush vegetation is surrounded by spectacular seabeds where encounters with sharks and manta rays are not uncommon. On the beach, you may be lucky enough to observe sea turtles, there to lay their eggs. You can find a lighthouse that is still in operation and the small village is home to a chapel and a cemetery.	—	—
Day 12	La Digue, Seychelles La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of Seychelles. Located 6 km south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km). Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d'Argent: the perfect picture postcard... Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.	—	—
Day 13	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track FEB 28 2020	Not Available	$9,070 $756/Night	Not Available	$26,410 $2,201/Night
Untrack Track APR 18 2020	Not Available	$8,510 $709/Night	Not Available	$26,410 $2,201/Night

9-night Pearls of the Indian Ocean Cruise

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Departing From:

Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	10:00 PM
Day 2	Praslin, Seychelles Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second-largest island in Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of the stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called "coco fesse" because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.	—	—
Day 3	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles In the heart of Seychelles' Outer Islands, the coral islands located more than 200 km south of Mahé, the Saint Joseph Atoll is a magnificent ring of coral islets surrounding a splendid lagoon sparkling in turquoise and emerald green. Since 2014, it has been an integral part of the "D'Arros and St. Joseph Atoll Special Reserve", a national park and protected marine area that preserves the unique biodiversity of these sites. This veritable nursery for hawksbill sea turtles, juvenile reef fish, including several species of ray and shark (blacktip reef shark, sicklefin lemon shark) attracts big fish that swim up from the drop-off of the Amirantes plateau, located only two kilometres from the atoll.	—	—
Day 4	Alphonse Island, Seychelles Alphonse Island is located off the Seychelles archipelago. Discovered in 1730 by Alphonse de Pontevez, this island, specialised in coconut processing in the past, is now a veritable natural reserve, home to different species of marine mammals, sea turtles, and many birds. Alphonse Island is also renowned for its rich underwater life and coral, among the best preserved in the Indian Ocean. A marvellous spectacle that can be admired with just a mask!	—	—
Day 5	Cosmoledo, Seychelles The Cosmoledo Atoll owes its nickname, the Galápagos of the Indian Ocean, to the beauty of its underwater world, which attracts the most experienced divers: parrotfish, giant rays, and clams inhabit the reefs of its crystal waters. The fascinating marine life comes alive as the multi-coloured fish, making the most of the protection of the extraordinary coral reef, come together to feed in the currents formed by the sweeping movements of the tides. Exploited in the past for coconut and agave, the atoll is now uninhabited, apart from an eco-resort in the heart of the nature reserve, which shelters green turtles and significant colonies of sooty terns and red-footed boobies.	—	—
Day 6	Assumption Island, Seychelles Assumption Island is part of the Aldabra group (Outer Islands), situated in the south-west of Seychelles. Discovered in the mid-18th century by the French captain Nicholas Morphey, this bean-shaped island covered in dunes and shrubs is relatively flat. A handful of people live there in a small village in the island's west. The island's beaches are a major egg-laying and breeding site for sea turtles. The surrounding waters are ideal for scuba diving. This is where Jacques-Yves Cousteau filmed some of the scenes for his famous documentary film "The Silent World", released in 1956.	—	—
Day 7	Astove, Seychelles Closer to Madagascar than to Victoria, Astove is the southernmost island in Seychelles. It is part of the Aldabra group in the Outer Islands. Now uninhabited, this coral island covered in coconut trees was once home to the employees that worked on the coconut plantations. Renowned for the richness of its seabeds, Astove Atoll is now a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. It also attracts experienced divers, who visit the atoll to explore the "Astove Wall", where the sea floor drops to a depth of about 40 metres. The wall is covered in coral and many fish and green sea turtles can be found there.	—	—
Day 8	Îles Glorieuses, France The Scattered Islands are like minuscule confetti sprinkled around Madagascar and form an archipelago of unrivalled beauty. Their geographical isolation and their very limited human settlement make them a true geological sanctuary, classed as a nature reserve since 1975. Regularly used as the "zero point" in scientific studies, they offer their rare visitors almost pristine vegetation composed mainly of mangrove, as well as long beaches of shimmering sand stretching out behind turquoise lagoons, and coral reefs that are home to the world's highest concentration of sea turtles.	—	—
Day 9	Nosy Komba, Madagascar	—	—
Day 9	Nosy Tanikely, Madagascar In the heart of the Nosy Be archipelago, discover Nosy Tanikely, nicknamed the "island of little earth". In addition to a magnificent white-sand beach bordering a lagoon of crystal-clear waters, the island, which is uninhabited, has exceptional marine and terrestrial biodiversity. Thanks to this, the area has been classified as a "marine and coastal protected area" since 2010. It is a perfect spot for swimming and snorkelling. Hiking fans won't be left out either: a stunning walk that climbs to the summit of the island will enable them to discover the old lighthouse built at the beginning of the 20th century and enjoy superb views over the ocean and surrounding islands.	—	—
Day 10	Hell-Ville, Nosy Be, Madagascar Nosy Be (from the Malagasy: Nosy meaning island and Be meaning large), in the Mozambique Channel, is located near the north-eastern coastlines of Madagascar. A former French protectorate, known under the promising name of "the scented island", of volcanic origin, it is located on a maritime route with access to India and Asia. Cosmopolitan, a boulevard of encounters, its mixed-race and multicultural population still remembers its past as a significant trading post. Today, its 321 square kilometres enchant lovers of nature and idyllic beaches. Its sumptuous primary forest is home to animals that are endemic to the island as well as surprising flora.	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track MAR 11 2020	Not Available	$7,030 $781/Night	Not Available	$10,220 $1,136/Night
Untrack Track FEB 14 2021	Not Available	$7,390 $821/Night	Not Available	$21,110 $2,346/Night

9-night Pearls of the Indian Ocean Cruise

Le Bougainville

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Hell-Ville, Nosy Be, Madagascar

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Hell-Ville, Nosy Be, Madagascar Nosy Be (from the Malagasy: Nosy meaning island and Be meaning large), in the Mozambique Channel, is located near the north-eastern coastlines of Madagascar. A former French protectorate, known under the promising name of "the scented island", of volcanic origin, it is located on a maritime route with access to India and Asia. Cosmopolitan, a boulevard of encounters, its mixed-race and multicultural population still remembers its past as a significant trading post. Today, its 321 square kilometres enchant lovers of nature and idyllic beaches. Its sumptuous primary forest is home to animals that are endemic to the island as well as surprising flora.	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	Nosy Komba, Madagascar	—	—
Day 2	Nosy Tanikely, Madagascar In the heart of the Nosy Be archipelago, discover Nosy Tanikely, nicknamed the "island of little earth". In addition to a magnificent white-sand beach bordering a lagoon of crystal-clear waters, the island, which is uninhabited, has exceptional marine and terrestrial biodiversity. Thanks to this, the area has been classified as a "marine and coastal protected area" since 2010. It is a perfect spot for swimming and snorkelling. Hiking fans won't be left out either: a stunning walk that climbs to the summit of the island will enable them to discover the old lighthouse built at the beginning of the 20th century and enjoy superb views over the ocean and surrounding islands.	—	—
Day 3	Îles Glorieuses, France The Scattered Islands are like minuscule confetti sprinkled around Madagascar and form an archipelago of unrivalled beauty. Their geographical isolation and their very limited human settlement make them a true geological sanctuary, classed as a nature reserve since 1975. Regularly used as the "zero point" in scientific studies, they offer their rare visitors almost pristine vegetation composed mainly of mangrove, as well as long beaches of shimmering sand stretching out behind turquoise lagoons, and coral reefs that are home to the world's highest concentration of sea turtles.	—	—
Day 4	Astove, Seychelles Closer to Madagascar than to Victoria, Astove is the southernmost island in Seychelles. It is part of the Aldabra group in the Outer Islands. Now uninhabited, this coral island covered in coconut trees was once home to the employees that worked on the coconut plantations. Renowned for the richness of its seabeds, Astove Atoll is now a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. It also attracts experienced divers, who visit the atoll to explore the "Astove Wall", where the sea floor drops to a depth of about 40 metres. The wall is covered in coral and many fish and green sea turtles can be found there.	—	—
Day 5	Assumption Island, Seychelles Assumption Island is part of the Aldabra group (Outer Islands), situated in the south-west of Seychelles. Discovered in the mid-18th century by the French captain Nicholas Morphey, this bean-shaped island covered in dunes and shrubs is relatively flat. A handful of people live there in a small village in the island's west. The island's beaches are a major egg-laying and breeding site for sea turtles. The surrounding waters are ideal for scuba diving. This is where Jacques-Yves Cousteau filmed some of the scenes for his famous documentary film "The Silent World", released in 1956.	—	—
Day 6	Cosmoledo, Seychelles The Cosmoledo Atoll owes its nickname, the Galápagos of the Indian Ocean, to the beauty of its underwater world, which attracts the most experienced divers: parrotfish, giant rays, and clams inhabit the reefs of its crystal waters. The fascinating marine life comes alive as the multi-coloured fish, making the most of the protection of the extraordinary coral reef, come together to feed in the currents formed by the sweeping movements of the tides. Exploited in the past for coconut and agave, the atoll is now uninhabited, apart from an eco-resort in the heart of the nature reserve, which shelters green turtles and significant colonies of sooty terns and red-footed boobies.	—	—
Day 7	Alphonse Island, Seychelles Alphonse Island is located off the Seychelles archipelago. Discovered in 1730 by Alphonse de Pontevez, this island, specialised in coconut processing in the past, is now a veritable natural reserve, home to different species of marine mammals, sea turtles, and many birds. Alphonse Island is also renowned for its rich underwater life and coral, among the best preserved in the Indian Ocean. A marvellous spectacle that can be admired with just a mask!	—	—
Day 8	Saint Joseph Island, Seychelles In the heart of Seychelles' Outer Islands, the coral islands located more than 200 km south of Mahé, the Saint Joseph Atoll is a magnificent ring of coral islets surrounding a splendid lagoon sparkling in turquoise and emerald green. Since 2014, it has been an integral part of the "D'Arros and St. Joseph Atoll Special Reserve", a national park and protected marine area that preserves the unique biodiversity of these sites. This veritable nursery for hawksbill sea turtles, juvenile reef fish, including several species of ray and shark (blacktip reef shark, sicklefin lemon shark) attracts big fish that swim up from the drop-off of the Amirantes plateau, located only two kilometres from the atoll.	—	—
Day 9	Praslin, Seychelles Situated some forty kilometres away from Victoria, Praslin is the second-largest island in Seychelles. Its idyllic beaches where granite rocks nestle in immaculate sand correspond perfectly to how we imagine Seychelles to be. They invite visitors to dive into the turquoise waters, which are ideal for snorkelling. In the centre of the island, hidden in the heart of the stunning tropical rainforest, lies the Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this veritable plant sanctuary, several endemic species of palm trees can be observed, as well as the famous sea coconut, which can weigh up to 20 kg and is sometimes called "coco fesse" because its shape calls to mind a pair of buttocks.	—	—
Day 10	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track MAR 20 2020	Not Available	$6,690 $743/Night	Not Available	$9,680 $1,076/Night

12-night The Seychelles and Aldabra Atoll Cruise

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Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles

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Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	—	06:00 PM
Day 2	Curieuse, Seychelles Situated off the coast of Praslin, Curieuse has a distinguishing feature: its red earth. Discovered in 1768 by the French explorer Marc-Joseph Marion du Fresne, it was ravaged by a fire in 1771 and then home to a leper colony of which a few vestiges still remain. Declared a national marine park in 1979, it is home to many underwater species, which can be discovered while scuba diving or snorkelling in the idyllic waters of the Indian Ocean. But above all, Curieuse is renowned for the hundreds of Aldabra giant tortoises that live there. It is highly likely that you will get the chance to meet these fascinating reptiles. Along with Praslin, it is also the only island on which the sea coconut grows wild.	—	—
Day 3	Praslin, Seychelles	—	—
Day 3	Aride Island, Seychelles Aride is an island in Seychelles situated a few kilometres north-west of Praslin. Listed as a nature reserve, this pearl of the Indian Ocean will seduce you with the beauty of its landscapes of wild cliffs and fine-sand beaches. Protected from human impact and sometimes called "bird capital", it is home to several endemic plants as well as exceptional wildlife. Most notably, it is the refuge of an impressive number of seabirds (Seychelles magpie-robins, terns, noddies, and more), and reptiles, such as Wright's skinks, which can be found in the island's wooded areas. Sea turtles can also be observed on the island's beaches, and boxfish can be admired while scuba diving in the surrounding waters.	—	—
Day 4	Poivre Islands, Seychelles At some 200 km south-west of Mahé, discover Poivre Atoll, a small paradise that is part of the Amirantes archipelago in the Outer Islands of Seychelles. Consisting of two coral islands, Poivre Island and Île du Sud, separated by a small lagoon, it owes its name to Pierre Poivre, the Mauritius intendant who introduced spices to Seychelles in the late 18th century. Once used for coconut plantations, Poivre Atoll is now focused on tourism. Visitors come here for scuba diving or big-game fishing in waters that are particularly rich and clean, where the marine life includes sea turtles.	—	—
Day 5	Alphonse Island, Seychelles Alphonse Island is located off the Seychelles archipelago. Discovered in 1730 by Alphonse de Pontevez, this island, specialised in coconut processing in the past, is now a veritable natural reserve, home to different species of marine mammals, sea turtles, and many birds. Alphonse Island is also renowned for its rich underwater life and coral, among the best preserved in the Indian Ocean. A marvellous spectacle that can be admired with just a mask!	—	—
Day 6	At Sea During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the Ponant photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.	—	—
Day 7	Aldabra Island, Seychelles Located in the very heart of this faraway archipelago, the Aldabra Atoll is considered to be one of the last virtually untouched sanctuaries on earth, where a large population of sea turtles has found refuge. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this vast tract of land is formed by four small coral reef islands separated by narrow passes and containing an emerald-water lagoon lined with mangrove and fine-sand beaches. As your ship slowly nears the clear, reflective waters along its shoreline, do not miss your chance to discover this natural wonder, which is considered to be the largest atoll in the world and once fired the imagination of many an explorer.	—	—
Day 8	Aldabra Island, Seychelles	—	—
Day 9	Astove, Seychelles Closer to Madagascar than to Victoria, Astove is the southernmost island in Seychelles. It is part of the Aldabra group in the Outer Islands. Now uninhabited, this coral island covered in coconut trees was once home to the employees that worked on the coconut plantations. Renowned for the richness of its seabeds, Astove Atoll is now a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. It also attracts experienced divers, who visit the atoll to explore the "Astove Wall", where the sea floor drops to a depth of about 40 metres. The wall is covered in coral and many fish and green sea turtles can be found there.	—	—
Day 10	At Sea During your day at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness center. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This day without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the Ponant photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship's upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest, and entertainment.	—	—
Day 11	Desroches Island, Seychelles Coconut trees, she-oak, white-sand beaches, warm and clear waters: everything here is conducive to daydreaming and relaxation in an intimate setting where the blue sky completes the picture postcard. You are on Desroches Island, the largest in the Amirantes group in the Outer Islands of Seychelles. This 6-km long coral atoll covered in lush vegetation is surrounded by spectacular seabeds where encounters with sharks and manta rays are not uncommon. On the beach, you may be lucky enough to observe sea turtles, there to lay their eggs. You can find a lighthouse that is still in operation and the small village is home to a chapel and a cemetery.	—	—
Day 12	La Digue, Seychelles	—	—
Day 12	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles La Digue Island is a veritable concentration of all the beauty of Seychelles. Located 6 km south-east of Praslin, this small piece of land that looks like paradise is the third-largest island in Seychelles, despite its modest size (5 km by 3 km). Turquoise waters just asking you to swim in them, lush vegetation sheltering giant tortoises, beaches of fine sand fringed with coconut trees and surrounded with those emblematic large granite rocks with their pink highlights like at the famous Anse Source d'Argent: the perfect picture postcard... Authentic and preserved, the island follows a peaceful rhythm, with the only means of transport along its little roads being bikes or traditional oxcarts.	—	—
Day 13	Victoria, Mahé, Seychelles Discover Mahé, the main island of Seychelles and also the largest of the archipelago, home to the capital Victoria. Mahé has almost 70 beaches of fine sand, framed by the emblematic granite rocks, and whose crystal-clear waters are renowned for their rich underwater life. The island is also famous for its splendid mountain panoramas accessible on hikes, such as the Morne Seychellois, which is 905 metres high and overlooks the Indian Ocean. Mahé is also an island full of history where fine colonial properties rub shoulders with Creole houses — and don't forget the marvellous Botanical Gardens in Victoria.	07:00 AM	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track MAR 29 2020	Not Available	$8,510 $709/Night	Not Available	$17,410 $1,451/Night

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